31.3

COVERAGE BY FEDERAL NON-DISCRIMINATION LAWS

The non-discrimination
statutes prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, national
origin, age, and disability in programs or activities that receive or benefit
from federal financial assistance.These same statutes prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex in
education and training programs that receive federal assistance.Discrimination on the basis of disability
is prohibited in all programs, services, or activities of public entities.ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act)
coverage does not depend on the receipt of federal funds.

The employment discrimination
statutes prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion,
national origin, citizenship status, and unfair documentary practices
regarding employment verification, sex, age, and disability in private and
public-sector employment.Depending on
the circumstances, the Department may be subject to coverage under both the
nondiscrimination statutes and the employment discrimination statutes.